Plane and Pilot

APRIL 1, 2025

Pilot ready? Feet on rudder pedals. I crossed the runway threshold at 70 mph and let a little more speed bleed off as I attempted to stay a few inches off the runway with the nosewheel slightly up. First, any time you are flying an airplane youve never flown before, consult with an experienced pilot of that type.

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Plane and Pilot

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

I watched the stick flutter to and fro in sync with the rudder pedals as Wilkins fought to maintain the centerline, all the while pushing in the throttle. Efforts like this freed male pilots for combat missions, and her dedication led to her appointment as commander of Reading Station. Images By Gary Figgins.

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Vintage Aviation News

OCTOBER 18, 2024

.” On takeoff and landing, the pilot’s seat is adjusted to the upward limit of travel. However, in cruise flight, the seat is moved as low as possible to get the pilot’s head out of the slipstream as the blasting wind quickly fatigues the pilot. It’s the rudder that is doing everything. 6, 1941).

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Pilot Institute

OCTOBER 13, 2024

Bounced landings are something almost every pilot has experience with. Even experienced pilots must remain cautious to prevent bounced landing accidents. The Cessna 172, known for its forgiving nature, can encounter bounced landings if the pilot is not careful. You should use the rudder to do this. What do you do?

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Descent Runway Rudder Pilot 52

Pilot Institute

JULY 12, 2024

Even the best of pilots can mess up sometimes. But for new pilots, it can be tough to figure out where it all went wrong. Key Takeaways Start by setting up your approach correctly to ensure you arrive at the threshold perfectly every time. You can find them in the Pilot Operating Handbook (POH) or the owner’s manual.

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Pilot Institute

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Landing an airplane can be one of the most nerve-wracking tasks for a student pilot. As a pilot, you will need time to master it. A pilot must consider several things before landing. Brief that you will use the right rudder to align the aircraft straight with the runway and the left aileron to counteract drift.

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Air Facts

JANUARY 29, 2025

My Experience in the Naval Aviation Cadet (NAVCAD) Program Air Facts Journal The Naval Aviation Cadet (NAVCAD) program began in 1950 to build up a reserve pool of pilots to make up for those lost during WWII and Korea. All but one pilot had already departed to their new duty assignments. Thats right, a Navy Fighter Squadron with AD-5s!

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